Classical vs. Contemporary Vocal Technique
I recently received two questions from a reader that I think are of importance to every Popular(Pop) music singer. They deal with freedom of self expression and your choice of musical styles. Q: "Dear [...]
Nodes and Polyps
Q: A singer develops nodules or polyps on their vocal cords from overuse, what is the likelihood of recovery and continued success as a vocalist?" Nola A: First of all, nodules (nodes) and polyps are not [...]
Vocal Recording Tips for Singers
Hope you’re all doing well. This month’s Vocal Tip is a question about recording that was sent to me and my answer which I hope you find informative. Q. “My voice sounds different on [...]
Expanding Vocal Range Part Four
Developing the natural function of your voice gives you confidence and opens the door to uncomplicated, effortless singing and freedom expression. In the first three parts of this vocal tip, we covered four [...]
Expanding Vocal Range Part Three
Singing with volume and power is perhaps the second most common wish I have heard from the thousands of singers I have coached. Of course the first is a singer’s desire for more [...]
Expanding Vocal Range Part Two
Wanting more vocal range is the most frequent wish I have heard from the thousands of singers I have coached. So let’s talk about the things that may prevent you from acquiring that [...]
Food Singers Should Avoid
Sometimes it’s liberating to break some rules and be impulsive, but right before a performance or long singing rehearsal is probably not a good time to be wild. Experience has taught me that [...]
Does Age Affect Your Voice?
"Jeannie, I have been wondering for a long time how age (and other factors like weight), affect vocal range, tone, etc. I have been reading your email tips for a few months [...]
Gigging Singer
Looking back over my early years as a performing singer, it is easy to see now what I failed to realize then: I was totally unprepared when I arrived at rehearsals or gigs. [...]
How to Sing Riffs, Runs and Embellishments
History. Singing riffs, runs, and embellishments like Christina Aguilera, Beyonce or Mariah Carey has become an ambition of most Pop R&B singers. These divas and other Pop R&B singers like Yolanda Adams, James [...]